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if these walls could talkHayden Oakes- PublicistNYC ✈️ LA

[niaserrano]

It made things much easier, in situations like this, when Victoria knew the other person she was using as an escape. This actually happened more often than not, and when she wasn’t familiar with the other person, it had the chance of resulting badly, and right now she couldn’t deal with that. Luckily, it was a familiar face that was seated just beside her, causing Victoria to offer up one of her finest smiles. “I mean, clearly there are bigger problems, but I don’t exactly enjoy having a guy stare at my tits throughout our entire conversation.” She explained, pulling the straw of her drink up to her lips. “No no, you don’t have to do that. Last thing I want is a cat fight. Not that I don’t think you couldn’t take him or anything, but it’s probably best if we don’t poke the beast. Too many paps outside waiting for something to happen with someone. Looks like LA may be a little dead tonight.”

[haydenoakes]

Hayden nodded slowly at Victoria’s words, and he felt deeply thankful he never had to deal with creeps the same way she did. "Sounds about right, I don’t think anyone would want to have a conversation with someone that’s constantly trying to undress you with their eyes.” He said before getting interrupted by the bartender. Hayden smiled at the bartender and exchanged his money for the drink. After a long day, the cold brew was exactly what he needed. “A cat fight? You think I’d be foolish enough to get involved in a cat fight? Rule number one of being a publicist is don’t become a client yourself. Can you imagine what that would do to my own reputation?” The man smirked before putting his beer bottle up to his lips and taking a savory swig. “I never realized just how out of control the paps are, I thought it was bad enough in New York but it’s horrific here in LA.” Hayden shook his head still in disbelief. “They’re thirsty over here, it’s gotten to the point of being very disrespectful” He took a moment to sit back and get a bit more comfortable on his chair. “Los Angeles dead? Never. That’s one thing that has definitely surprised me with my big coastal move, I thought only New York was the city that never slept but boy, was I wrong.”

[siobhangilbert]

“I may have been late but I’m damn good at my job.” Ophelia laughed slightly. She was always one to have an ego about things like this. Of course she’d only show it occasionally. “Pleasure doing business with you too.” The brunette shook his hand. “Wait, um do you maybe want to grab a bite to eat or something? We can meet somewhere if you want since I’m sure the whole suit thing isn’t what you look like twenty four seven.” She gestured to the suit with her hand. Ophelia had always been the type to take a client out after planning something for them. Her own way of making sure they remembered her.

[haydenoakes]

He was caught off guard and if only his sunglasses weren’t on his face, he was sure Ophelia would be able to see his surprised facial expression. Hayden’s eyes slowly drifted away from the woman as he thought about whether or not this would be a good idea. “Yeah, I could definitely go for a business dinner.” He emphasized business wanting to make sure there was no confusion. Hayden was a very private man and he was never the type to confuse business with pleasure. “What did you have in mind? And if it’s not too much of a problem, I’d prefer going in this.” The man was speaking in regards to his suit, which he actually enjoyed wearing. 

[kelsaito]

  Eddie snorted, shaking his head. “That’s probably solid advice for other people, but forgiveness is not his strong point. I appreciate the pep talk, though.”

[haydenoakes]

Hayden raised his brow before silently asking, “Are you afraid of your roommate?” He suddenly bursted out laughing. “Clearly you know your roommate better than I do so I’d ignore my advice all together then, I wouldn’t want to mess up your life and cause you stress over this.”

[kelsaito]

  “I mean, I definitely want to help my cat, that’s totally the end goal here - a dog? I hadn’t considered that. I’d have to talk to my roommate about that, and I’m scared he’d say no.”

[haydenoakes]

Hayden tilted his head hesitating on whether or not to share some advice that could completely backfire. “Don’t ask for permission just ask for forgiveness. Show up with the dog, make the decision for your roommate.” Working within the entertainment industry he was a strong believer in not asking for what you want but demanding it. “You’re an adult, if you want a cat just get a damn cat.. or a dog. Whichever you decide to get.”

[siobhangilbert]

Ophelia could sense the annoyance in his voice and while that might have intimidated other people, it didn’t intimidate her. The brunette had been around people like him her entire life and knew exactly how the business side of LA worked. It was a complete accident that she had been late and it annoyed her just as much as it annoyed him she was sure of it. "Well then I’ll be sure to make this quick so you can go enjoy the rest of your day.” She said, a slight tone of sarcasm coming through in her voice but she had been serious. “Here’s the pictures.” The brunette pulled a manila envelope out of her bag and handed it to him. “There’s a big enough space for any entertainment and a dance floor. The birthday girl gave me a list of suggestions and all their set ups fit the measurements,” She started to explain. “And there’s going to be either three or four VIP tables and room for at least two more if need be.” Ophelia had switched herself into planner mode. Everything that had to do with the party was already handled by her and her team. Their speed was what put them on the map in LA. “All decorations have been ordered, caterer is hired, guest list has been finalized, security is hired as well.” She spoke, finishing her explanation. “Questions?”

[haydenoakes]

He took the manila envelope from Ophelia with a big grin on his face, perfect. Hayden was impressed to say the least due to his rocky first impression of her, yet again he quickly realized it was unfair of him to jump to conclusion so quickly. “Everything I need. No questions whatsoever.” He put his sunglasses back on before looking at Ophelia and sticking his hand out for her to shake. “Pleasure doing business with you.”

[kelsaito]

  “You make it sound so … obvious and logical.”

[haydenoakes]

“It’s not rocket science.” He shrugged. “You either want to help your cat get out of depression or you don’t...” Hayden couldn’t help but smirk at this conversation. This had been the first time in a long time that he’d have a goofy conversation, his talks lately with people usually involved ass-kissing that was work-related or intimidation that also was work related. “Why don’t you get a dog friend for your cat? Unless you’re strictly a cat person.”

[alexiahastings-blog]

“I think that’s called alcoholism, Frank, not a drinking game,” Alexia’s voice rang out, calling to one of the regulars sitting on the opposite side of the bar. She set the bottle of rum in her hand back on the second shelf before turning to face the other customer before her, hand running loosely through dark hair. “So, what can I get you?”

[haydenoakes]

Hayden took off his Tom Ford 60 mm aviator sunglasses and placed them in front of him on the bar top. “Can I please get a Dos Equis Lager.” He asked before reaching into his wallet and taking out a ten dollar bill. As he waited for his drink he used his free hand to loosen up his tie just a bit, just like that he looked and felt more relaxed. It had been a very long day. 

[kelsaito]

“I’m pretty sure Tigger is, like, going through some kind of kitty depression. Which I know sounds ridiculous, but when I’m at work and Sasha’s … off being Sasha, she’s all by herself in the apartment. Should I get another cat? Should I become the kind of person who has more than one cat? I’m not sure I’m ready for that level of adult.”

[haydenoakes]

Hayden stared at Eddie with a blank look on his face, clearly having no opinion about this whatsoever. “I’m not a pet person at all, so personally I’d be wondering why you’d even bother getting the first one.” Hayden shrugged. He spent well over 40 hours at work or he was constantly traveling around so he just figured it wouldn’t be fair to the pet. The man cleared his throat thinking of some advice. “Why don’t you get a second cat then, it sounds like your cat would benefit from it.”

[siobhangilbert]

It wasn’t Ophelia’s fault that she hadn’t been fully dressed. It was her company’s fault for showing up so unexpectedly. But then again she had been the one to text I’ll be ready in five rather than saying it’d be more like twenty. She quickly pulled on her clothes and messed with her hair a bit. Adding very minimal make up before walking out her front door. “I’m surprised you didn’t leave. I would’ve. Sorry about the whole taking forever thing.”

[haydenoakes]

“Trust me, I was just about to leave.” Hayden said with a sense of annoyance in his tone. He had been wearing one of his good suits, it was comfortable and worth more than anyone should ever really pay for suits but it was also very hot out which caused him to get more annoyed every moment he had to wait for Ophelia. “This is the last thing I got to do today before I get to kick off my shoes and relax.” He made his impatience very clear. If there was anything he hated was people that were not on time. “Like I had emailed  you earlier, I just need to see some pictures of this venue. I might have to do some upgrades.” He was here on business, strictly business, and he made Ophelia knew that. “This birthday is suppose to be a big deal and it needs to go right so I’m going to need every possible detail in order to calculate just how many people can be on the VIP list, whether we’d have enough space for the entertainment... The whole shebang...” Hayden took off his Tom Ford 60 mm Aviator sunglasses and looked at Ophelia with such intensity, when it came to the PR firm and their reputation he didn’t bother messing around. 

[niaserrano]

“Babe, hope you don’t mind me sitting here. See, that guy at the bar has been hitting on me for the past hour and I really need an excuse to get away from him, so I told him you and I are lovers and that we are probably going to hook up in the bathroom after we’re done eating. —Fingers crossed he doesn’t get the idea to follow.”

[haydenoakes]

Hayden had every intention of going to the bar, sitting in silence as he drank his whiskey on the rocks to distress from his crazy work day-- Thankfully it was Thursday and soon enough he’d be free for a good 48 hours. His loneliness was preferable until he noticed Victoria sitting by the bar as well. He gladly took a seat besides her and smiled as she spoke. “That sounds like a real problem.” Hayden nodded his head. “I’m more than happy to assist in any way possible.” Once he made eye contact with the bartender he immediately ordered his whiskey on the rocks before turning his head to look at the petite blonde woman sitting besides him. “You know, I’m more than happy to go over there and do some crisis control. Did you want me to talk to him?” Hayden offered as he turned his head and tried spotting out the creep.

[almightyessence]

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